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June 2024 Grape Post Newsletter
June 2024 Grape Post Newsletter In this issue… Advocacy Farm Bill 2024 Update Federal Appropriations Update Education & Events Eye Safety for Vineyard Workers Winery Cellar Leadership Graduation West Cost Smoke Exposure Task Force 2024 Smoke Summit Summary Upcoming Webinars and Events Sustainable WA Meet the Sustainable WA Grower: Doug Frost of Taggart…
Read MoreMay 2024 Grape Post Newsletter
May 2024 Grape Post Newsletter In this issue… Feature: Washington Winegrowers Association in D.C. Advocacy Federal Appropriations Update Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 (Farm Bill) Updates to the Winery General Permit for Washington State Education & Events Allen Shoup Memorial Fellowship Recipient Announced Washington State Wine Commission Grower Positions Appointed Washington Department…
Read MoreThe Cluster May 17, 2024
The Cluster May 17, 2024 Washington Agriculture Viability Conference The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and Washington State University College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (WSU CAHNRS) are partnering to host the 2024 Washington Agricultural Viability Conference on May 29th and 30th at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Washington. Register…
Read MoreApril 2024 Grape Post Newsletter
April 2024 Grape Post Newsletter In this issue… Feature: Washington Winegrowers are Headed to D.C. Advocacy Upcoming: Glass Packaging, Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling Meeting What is the Corporate Transparency Act? Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process Winery Music Licensing: A Quick Rundown Education & Events Rolling with the Punches:…
Read MoreThe Cluster April 18, 2024
The Cluster April 18, 2024 Washington State Wine Commission Board position nominations are open! Nominations for two grower positions on the Washington State Wine Commission Board are open! Do you know a grower in Washington who you feel would be a good fit? Learn more about qualifications, duties, and the process for submitting nominations below! Nominations…
Read MoreSustainable WA Partners with Salmon-Safe for Dual Vineyard Certification
Sustainable WA Partners with Salmon-Safe for Dual Vineyard Certification SEATTLE (April 11, 2024)—The Washington wine industry today announced an exciting partnership between the state’s sustainability certification for winegrapes – Sustainable WA – and Salmon-Safe, a leading U.S. regional eco-label focused on watershed protection. Following an 18-month development process, Sustainable WA is joining with Salmon-Safe in…
Read MoreMarch 2024 Grape Post Newsletter
March 2024 Grape Post Newsletter In this issue… Feature: Highlights from the 2024 Legislative Session State Advocacy Progress in Deer and Elk Crop Damage Mitigation Navigating the Climate Commitment Act Legislative Changes to Ag Overtime DUI Threshold Remains Unchanged Autonomous Vehicles in Agriculture New Smoke and Heat Exposure Labor Rules in Effect Insights on TTB’s…
Read MoreJanuary 2024 Grape Post Newsletter
January 2024 Grape Post Newsletter Executive Director’s Note We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our members. Your dedication and support are instrumental, and your commitment propels our mission and enables continued accomplishments for the Washington Winegrowers Association. Thank you for supporting Washington Winegrowers Association in 2023. You empower Winegrowers to advocate and influence state…
Read MoreWashington Winegrowers Association Honors Industry Leaders
Washington Winegrowers Association Honors Industry Leaders The Washington Winegrowers Association holds its annual Leadership & Legacy luncheon to celebrate the careers, accomplishments, and leadership of Washington wine legends during its WineVit® Convention. This year’s Leadership & Legacy luncheon was held on February 5 in the Toyota Center in Kennewick, WA, and was sponsored by Wilbur-Ellis.…
Read MoreEducation and Connection on Display at WineVit® 2024
Education and Connection on Display at WineVit® 2024 This year’s WineVit® Convention and Trade Show presented by the Washington Winegrowers Association was a celebration of the Washington wine industry and its enduring commitment to perpetual improvement. Over a dozen educational sessions highlighted speakers from across the country presenting on market trends, cutting-edge research, tools and…
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